NFL investigates Colts player Isaiah Rodgers for possible betting
Source: Justin Casterline / Getty
INDIANAPOLIS — According to ESPN, The Indianapolis Colts acknowledged an ongoing investigation into a player for violating the NFL gambling policy.
“We are aware of the NFL’s investigation and will have no further comment at this time,” a team official told ESPN.
Several sources confirmed to ESPN that the player being investigated is cornerback and kick returner Isaiah Rodgers.
Rodgers is a sixth-round pick and is entering his final year of a four year, $3.4 million contract.
Sources tell ESPN that a sportsbook account was opened under the name of an associate of Rodgers. Approximately 100 bets were placed on the account, including on Colts games, sources tell ESPN.
Bets ranged from $25-$35, with at least one low four-figure bet, ESPN sources revealed.
A Sports Handle report detailed an investigation into a Colts Players ‘pervasive’ betting, including wagers on his own team.
Isaiah Rodgers released a statement on Twitter apologizing for his actions.
